Get rid of XE, for peace

Using Blackwater (Xe) and other private contractors to carry out government responsibilities, which began during the Reagan administration and mushroomed under George W. Bush, continues despite the many Blackwater crimes that are being revealed. As well, all contracts with Xe should be canceled and legal action taken to recover, with penalties, funds paid for work that was badly or never done and those funds paid for overcharges. Also, using mercenaries hides the real cost of war. Military, State Department, and other government agencies should hire and train their own personnel.